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Welcome to DUO's Bi Monthly E-Newsletter
In this Issue:
Announcements
DUO Workshop
Classes & Workshops
Calls to Artists
Space
Calls for Volunteers
Auditions
Jobs
Grant Deadlines
Archives
Dance Passport Call for Participating Companies
The Dance Umbrella of Ontario (DUO) is in the early stages of creating a ‘Dance Passport’ to encourage new audiences for dance in Ontario!
The Dance Passport idea is simple: DUO will create and distribute widely a ’passport’, a small booklet that lists dance events throughout the year, that dance patrons will have stamped with a specially designed passport stamp at dance events they attend. Collect enough stamps and the patron wins a prize or prizes.
We will have an accompanying website that will allow passport participants to create an account and enter their passport information. Participants will be able to enter the stamps they have received and request to be on mailing lists. The website will also serve to notify us when users have reached benchmarks for prizes. The only information required to create an account on the website will be their name, email address and postal code. We will have forms available to gather all of their information, but these forms will be optional.
We are looking for dance companies and artists throughout Ontario to participate in this outreach project.
To participate, companies just need to provide DUO with their season schedule and stamp participating audience members passports on the evening they attend. If you and/or your company are not producing this year but have community outreach activities planned, this can be included as well. It would be the responsibility of company to have a representative available at performance and outreach activities to stamp passports.
The only cost to the participating dance company is the cost of the stamp.
DUO will cover all other expenses.
There will be prize incentives for passport participants at the 10, 25, 40 and 50 stamp levels. Participants will be able to get multiple stamps for certain events that will likely involve audience outreach. Prizes and stamp allotments are still to be decided.
In order to be eligible to participate, you or your company must meet the requirements of a professional dance artist/company as outlined by the Ontario Arts Council.
DUO’s Toronto Dance Passport Details
- The passport will include a calendar of the year’s dance events and dance outreach activities.
- There will be a nominal fee to the participating companies (in the range of $5 - $10) to cover the cost of the stamps, which the companies will keep.
- Each passport will have its own activation number for the website portion
- Each dance company will be responsible for stamping the passports at their performance (s)/events.
- There will be benchmarks set and prizes awarded for achieving these benchmarks. Right now we are looking at giving prizes for 10, 25, 40 and 50 stamps, to tie into the 50th anniversary of the Canada Council. We realize the 50 stamps will be hard to achieve if they only receive one per show, so we will likely have multiple stamps for certain things such as receiving three stamps for attending a show and a talk back, receiving two stamps for attending a DUO client’s show, and so on.
- The prizes will be low cost and ideally interactive. They could range from a company t-shirt, to a special backstage tour, to an artist meet and greet or an invitation to a dance performance rehearsal.
- Even though the dance season is not really wrapped up until May or June, we are planning to have a ceremony and prize presentation as a part of our International Dance Day celebrations in Yonge-Dundas Square, scheduled for Sunday, April 28, 2008.
If you would like to participate please contact Jessica Baran at DUO no later than JULY 3rd 2007. We apologize for the quick turnaround time, and we are only looking for confirmation of participation by this date.
416.504.6429 x 23 or jessica@danceumbrella.net
www.danceumbrella.net/passport.htm
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Announcements
DUO has room for a new bookkeeping client
If you are interested in receiving bookkeeping servies through the Dance Umbrella of Ontario, please contact Natalia Tsirulnikov (DUO Finance Manager)
TEL: 416-504-6429 EXT 24
natalia(at)danceumbrella.net
Choreographer (and DUO Board Member)
Anik Bouvrette receives the Council for the Arts in Ottawa Mid-Career Artist Award
OTTAWA – The Council for the Arts in Ottawa yesterday announced that choreographer Anik Bouvrette is the recipient of the 2007 CAO Mid-Career Artist Award. Created last year, the Award recognizes and encourages the achievements of Ottawa artists who are actively contributing to the community at a crucial period in their professional career.
“Anik Bouvrette has reached a pivotal point in her artistic career,” said Nichole McGill, local author, CAO Board Member and Chair of the Awards Sub-Committee. “In addition to her success in her own artistic practice, she is now taking steps to establish a new contemporary dance company. Anik is an artist who will have an impact on our community for years to come.” <ApplicationMain_11.10.0000.0112.aspx?culture=fr-CA&hash=1317885932#>
The award is the latest in a number of accomplishments for the young mother in the last 18 months. Last spring, she gave birth to daughter Isha. At the same time, Tara Luz Danse – the company for which she is artistic director – was also born. In addition to showcasing Bouvrette’s works, Tara Luz Danse will also undertake artistic projects at schools in the region and produce works by other mid-career artists in Ottawa.
“To be recognized in this way is truly an honour because it acknowledges my contributions to our city,” said Bouvrette. “I have always been committed to working as an artist in Ottawa and now to forming a new company here. This prize comes at a key moment in my career and validates what I intend to accomplish with Tara Luz Danse. The fact that such an award exists speaks volumes for the potential of maintaining a strong core of mid-career artists in Ottawa.”
An integral part of the Ottawa dance community, Bouvrette has also gained a reputation for her cross-discipline projects. In August, she and local video artist Izabel Barsive will collaborate on Lustrale II, a new incarnation of Lustrale (2004) for the screen. This fall and next winter, she will present excerpts from her solo Ludivine as part of visual artist Reid McLachlan’s exhibition at Galerie Art Image in Gatineau, QC. In April 2008, she will present Ludivine and Lustrale II at La Nouvelle Scène in Ottawa as part of a shared program with choreographer Sylvie Desrosiers and her new company Dorsale Danse. Tara Luz Danse will produce the evening to celebrate of the founding of the two new companies in the Outaouais.
DUO would like to congratulate
Toronto Dance Theatre, Christopher House, Phil Strong and Ramon Martinez
on each winning a Dora Mavor Moore Award!
Toronto Dance Theatre’s Timecode Break was awarded a Dora for Outstanding Production, Christopher House was awarded a Dora for Outstanding New Choreography for Timecode Break, and Phil Strong was awarded a Dora for Outstanding Sound Design/Composition for Timecode Break.
The Outstanding Performance Dora Mavor Moore award went to Ramon Martinez for his performance in Esencia Flamenca.
We would like to congratulate these winners, as well as all the nominees!
A special thank you to the Toronto Alliance for the Performing Arts for organizing such a great event, and expanding the dance division to now include four awards.
Also a big thank you to the Rosewater Supper Club for sponsoring the Dance Division of the Dora Mavor Moore Awards.
OAC Budget Priorities for 2007–2008
Over the next three years, the Ontario government’s $15-million investment in the Ontario Arts Council translates into a 37.5 percent increase that will take OAC from the current annual budget of $40 million to $55 million by 2009–2010.
Most arts sectors, including all operating programs, will see an 8 per cent increase in this first year that will grow to 30 per cent by 2009-2010. Many, but not all, organizations will see an increase to their operating grants over the three years if supported by assessment.
Some sectors will see larger increases, a reflection of the priorities that were outlined in OAC’s original business case request to the government. These priority areas are Arts Education, Northern Arts, Aboriginal Arts and Francophone Arts. We are also introducing multi-year funding for virtually all operating programs over the next three years.
To support the arts infrastructure where there is significant growth, we are creating a funding pool for new organizations entering the operating fund stream. This year we are responding to areas where immediate needs have been identified – Dance, Music, Visual and Media Arts and Arts Service Organizations.
Individual artists in all sectors will benefit. Programs for individuals and projects have been increased by up to 13 percent in 2007–2008.
This year’s $5 million is a good first step. And as the full $15-million increase comes into effect over the three years, we will be able to address other pressures. For example, we have decided to wait until next year to introduce a program to fund national and international touring. In the next two years, we will also introduce a program that will strengthen the capacity of arts organizations to build new audiences at home.
The increase in Arts Education is focused on a pilot artist-in-residence program in one anglophone and one francophone school board. In addition, we are adding an incentive to our Artists in Education program to encourage artists to work in schools that have not yet participated in this program. Last year’s successful partnership with York University on a pilot certificate training course for artist educators is being repeated this summer.
We are improving our services to the arts community and to the wider public by enhancing our support to communications and administration. With more than $40 million allocated to granting this year, we will continue to manage our resources responsibly.
OAC’s strategic planning process has just begun and will involve consultations with the arts community around the province. Information emerging from this process will guide our decision making over the next two years and into the future.
OAC and the CALQ Launch Artist Residency Program
On June 11, the Ontario Arts Council (OAC) and the Conseil des arts et des lettres du Québec
(CALQ) announced their partnership for an artist residency program.
Artists from either Québec or Ontario can apply for up to $10,000 to cover a one- to three-month residency for a creation-based or professional development project in the province that isn’t their own.
The first deadline is October 5, 2007.
“The Ontario-Québec Artist Residency program will stimulate creative exchanges and foster links between artistic communities in both provinces,” said Martha Durdin, OAC Chair." It may also lead to new distribution opportunities for the work of these artists.”
“Periods of residence geared to creation and professional enrichment allow grant recipients to enjoy unique professional experiences that contribute to their career development,” added Yvan Gauthier, President and CEO of the Conseil des arts et des lettres du Québec. “The program affords artists an opportunity to broaden their circle of partners, engage in discussions with their peers and meet new audiences.”
Individual artists (no groups or collectives) working in all art forms may apply in either English or French. Candidates must meet eligibility criteria from their provincial arts council. Applications will be assessed on artistic merit; impact on the art form, on the artist or on the community; and the viability of the project.
Eligible costs include travel and accommodation, cost of living and material costs related to the project. Applicants are responsible for finding their project partners in the host province.
For more information, contact program officer Eric Dubeau at 416-969-7427 or 1-800-387-0058 ext. 7427, or email edubeau@arts.on.ca
OAC Tweaks Logo…One More Time With Feeling!
More than a year ago we changed the OAC logo font to improve its legibility in small scale. Much to our chagrin, this did not resolve the problem. We continued to see tiny and unreadable examples of the logo in programs everywhere.
We went back to the drawing board and asked the designer to change the proportions between the icon and the typeface. We are confident that the logo’s new horizontal footprint makes it more legible. The new minimum size for the revised OAC logo is 3 cm wide.
Highlighting the benefits of the arts to our various audiences is a priority. That is why we require the organizations we fund to acknowledge OAC support through the use of the OAC logo. Although the space for funder acknowledgement on program pages is getting very crowded, it is essential to let Ontario taxpayers know they have contributed to an arts activity in their community.
The revised logo has been e-mailed to all organizations that receive operating support. It is also available for downloading in several formats on OAC’s Web site.
If you have any questions or problems, please contact Kirsten Gunter, Director of Communications, at 416-969-7403 or 1-800-387-0058 ext. 7403 or e-mail at kgunter@arts.on.ca
NEW!
Minimum size: 3 cm. Don’t hold back. Go bigger!
The Minister of Finance Replies to the CCA Advantage Canada Brief
From the CDA Bulletin
[CCA Bulletin 23/07]
Just the Facts
Late last year, the Minister of Finance released a long-range economic plan for Canada under the title of Advantage Canada. At the same time he called upon interested individuals or organizations to respond to the document. The CCA accepted this invitation and submitted a brief which put forward many of the same recommendations included in our 2007-08 pre-budget submission to the Standing Committee on Finance.
On May 24, 2007 the Minister of Finance, the Hon. James Flaherty, responded to the CCA in a surprisingly detailed letter. The letter begins with an inventory of tax measures that the government has implemented to support the work of the arts and culture sector. These include:
a tax credit for Canadian film and video productions, including the cost of script writing;
immediate deductibility for artists of the cost of created inventory;
in certain circumstances, deduction over time of the cost of Canadian art purchased by businesses;
flexibility for valuation of charitable gifts from the inventory of artist or their estate;
special deductions for artists and employed musicians;
non-taxation of capital gains on cultural property transferred to museums;
federal status of the artist legislation;
employment expense deductibility for employed artists.
This is a non-exhaustive inventory of measures taken by the government and does not mention increases to budget of the Canada Council, the renewal to 2010 of the Tomorrow Starts Today program and other legislative measures such as revisions to the Copyright Act, including the long-awaited next phase of updating this important legislation.
The Minister goes on to reject recommendations such as the exemption of copyright and residual income from federal taxation, income averaging and access to Employment Insurance and asserts the right of the Canada Revenue to base their ruling on employment status on a case by case basis rather than accepting the presumption of self-employment for performing artists.
Obviously, the CCA takes some satisfaction from the measures that subsequent federal governments have adopted to address the economic viability of the arts and culture sector. However, it is clear that these gains were the result of a sustained and tenacious effort by the sector, especially the National Arts Service Organizations.
Tell Me More
Mr. Flaherty’s letter is a clear indication that the road forward on issues such as exempting copyright and residual income from federal taxation, income averaging, and access to “soft benefits” associated with the Employment Insurance Program (all of which are long-standing recommendations from the arts and culture sector) is fraught with challenges.
The government has not fully come to terms with the evolution of the Canadian economy and the labour force. Many provisions sought by the CCA would benefit not only artists, creators and arts professionals but all self-employed Canadians. The self-employed portion of the Canadian labour market is growing at an impressive rate and the government is obviously concerned by any domino effect on public finances recognizing our long-standing needs may imply.
By basing access to social programs such as the “soft benefits” of the Employment Insurance Program on a labour force predicated on the industrial model of employer/employee, the government is missing an opportunity to modernize its approach to a post-industrial economy.
It is also clear that the arts and culture sector must find new ways of communicating its recommendations to government. Issues such as income averaging have been a staple in CCA and other NASO submissions for decades. Year after year, Finance Minister after Finance Minister, government after government, the answer is always the same: the government has provided a vehicle which has the same effect as income averaging – the Registered Retirement Saving Plan.
The logic of this statement seems to be that in high income years, artists, creators, arts professionals and self-employed Canadians can stuff their RRSPs with surplus revenue and withdraw it during the lean years. The drawback to this approach is that most self-employed Canadians do not have access to private pension benefits, and RRSPs are a critical source of income during retirement. By expending RRSPs before retirement, self-employed Canadians risk the prospect of further financial uncertainty when they will need the income the most.
As the CCA prepares for the pre-budget consultations for the 2008-09 fiscal year, the need to craft new arguments that have traction with the government is pressing. We have seen that a sustained effort does yield positive results over time. The collective efforts of the sector are once more required as we look to the future and how the arts and culture sector can further contribute to innovation in the public policy process. That is why the CCA has invited all arts organizations in the country to join in the coming months in a reflection on how best to present our cause.
What Can I Do?
Share your ideas with the CCA, we always appreciate constructive, innovative and practical suggestions. Please take a minute before summer holidays and drop us a line – the CCA relies on the imagination and dedication of the cultural sector to inspirepublic policy development.
The Canadian Conference of the Arts’ (CCA) Releases Its Annual In-Depth Analysis of the Federal Budget re: Arts and Culture Issues
From the CDA Bulletin
[CCA Bulletin 21/07]
The Canadian Conference of the Arts (CCA) is pleased to announce the publication of its annual in-depth analysis of the federal budget related to arts and culture issues. Download it from this address: http://ccarts.ca/en/documents/cca_federalbudgetanalysis_2007_en.pdf.
This document analyzes the Budget presented by the Minister of Finance, the Hon. Jim Flaherty, on March 19, 2007, by looking at federal funding to the Department of Canadian Heritage (DCH), its agencies and crown corporations, from 20050-2006 to 2007-2008. This multi-annual comparison is necessary because 2005-2006 expenditures are understated, while those for 2006-2007 are overstated, due to the fact that the Supplementary Estimates tabled by the previous government were not adopted before the last federal election.
The analysis also looks into organizational and funding changes within the Department of Canadian Heritage; federal funding of key programs across the arts, heritage and cultural industries, and other noteworthy developments affecting the sector.
Just The Facts
A number of key findings emerge. First, overall cultural funding levels hold steady or rise modestly in Budget 2007-2008, which is welcome news for the sector. There was also good news in late 2006, when the government announced close to $100 million in infrastructure funding for a number of federal cultural institutions in Ottawa, and in early 2007, when the government announced a two-year renewal of the Canadian Television Fund (but still at the same $100 M1996 level).
Notwithstanding this good news, there is ambivalence and uncertainty for the sector. The title of this year’s budget analysis (“Sign Sign Everywhere a Sign?”) seeks to capture this ambivalence, as there are a number of signs that the government may be adopting a different federal approach to arts and culture.
There are growing signs that the Conservative government favours a greater role for the private sector in the cultural domain (e.g. the newly created Canada’s National Trust is to be managed and directed by “private-sector individuals”). This orientation is in keeping with the government’s fall 2006 economic update. In its mid-to-long range fiscal policy plan, entitled Advantage Canada, the government commits that it will seek partnerships with the private sector.
A perfect example of this orientation is to be found in the newly created Canada’s National Trust whose mandate is to promote heritage protection. The government is only providing seed funding to the organization, with long term funding expected to come through donations. Moreover, the Fund is to be managed and directed by “private-sector individuals.”
Adding to this sense of uncertainty is the seeming reduction in openness and transparency in decision-making – e.g. the September 25, 2006 reallocation funding cuts to the Museums Assistance Program (MAP) – and the propensity of the government to postpone decisions that are very important for the sector – like the financing of the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) or the long-awaited new museum policy. The government still invokes the need for further studies and evaluations before making clear what its cultural policies and priorities will be.
In this context, it is difficult to feel reassured about the future of federal cultural policy and programs. As a result, this year’s budget analysis reiterates the key message of the analysis of last year: it is more important than ever for those in the arts and culture sector to impress upon the federal government the importance of cultural policy for Canada and Canadians.
Tell Me More
The CCA urges you to read the full Budget Analysis, which is divided into four broad sections. The first examines “the big picture” by discussing overall federal funding levels to key federal cultural institutions. This is where, for example, one finds increases in funding for several organizations at very different levels – e.g. 51.4% for the Museum of Nature, under major renovations – to 4.1% for the Museum of Civilization, also under an infrastructure program. Other examples: CBC’s budget stays stable (+ 0.2%) while one sees simple budget transfers from Telefilm Canada to the Canadian Television Fund.
The second section focuses on the Department of Canadian Heritage, and examines its organizational structure and program expenditures across key areas of activity. This part reveals increases often more apparent than real, the overall funding of the Department remaining relatively stable.
The third section undertakes a detailed analysis of expenditures across cultural sub-sectors, bringing forward the main changes, challenges, and opportunities. This section shows the detailed fluctuations in the budgets of each cultural sub-sector and suggests which files should be looked at carefully over the coming year. Not surprisingly, because of the 2010 Winter Olympics, Sport is the sub-sector with the most impressive increases.
The final section explores a number of developments in the arts and culture sector beyond expenditures, and looks at other government-wide initiatives with potential impacts on the sector. This is where you will find information on the Volunteer Initiative’s demise, the Federal Accountability Act and subsequent updates to the Lobbyist Registration Act, the UNESCO Convention on Cultural diversity, etc.
A Word on the Festivals Fund
In the 2007-2008 Budget, the Minister of Finance announced an investment of $60M over two years for festivals across the country. This announcement has created much interest and raised many questions in the weeks following, including an emerging controversy about the intent of the program and the criteria and processes through which the money would be attributed.
Based on what the CCA knows at this time, it appears that the program announced in the March Budget is NOT meant to replace a similar one abruptly cut by the previous Liberal government in the context of the “sponsorship scandal” fallout. Interestingly, responsibility for developing the criteria and processes for the program has been given to the Citizenship and Identity sector of Minister Oda’s portfolio, not to Arts and Culture. In any event, it seems highly unlikely that the $30 M earmarked for the current fiscal year will be distributed before several months, if at all in the current fiscal year.
Reforming the Ontario Corporations Act
From the CDA Bulletin
The Ministry of Government Services is undertaking a project to review and reform the Ontario Corporations Act (CA). The purpose of the project is to develop a new legal framework to govern the structure and activities of charities and not-for-profit corporations. The purpose of this discussion paper is to invite comments and suggestions from stakeholders and from the public regarding the reform of this important legislation. Additional discussion papers will be released in the future to generate feedback on more specific issues. The Ministry intends to use the results of these consultations to develop new not-for-profit legislation.
The current Corporations Act provides the statutory framework governing the creation,governance and dissolution of not-for-profit corporations, including charitable corporations. In addition, it provides the legislation under which insurance companies in Ontario are incorporated and find their basic corporate governance rules. It should be noted that the CA is an organizational statute, and not a regulatory statute. In other words, enforcement of the rights and duties under the statute lies primarily with the corporation, its directors and its members. Hence, the focus of this consultation is not on the regulation of charitable or other not-for-profit corporations.
This paper requests comments on broad issues relating to new not-for-profit legislation, including the following:
Structure of a new not-for-profit Act
Incorporation process
Definition of not-for-profit corporation
Classification system
Corporate powers and capacity
Other issues: directors’ liability, financial disclosure, members’ remedies.
The ministry has provided some background material and some questions for consideration in the consultation document. We invite your input, views and feedbackon the issues it outlines.
Respondents are not restricted to consideration of only the questions identified in the document. Please feel free to share any viewpoints and other perspectives that you feel are appropriate.
To access a PDF version of the consultation document, please click here
Please respond by July 31st, 2007 electronically or in writing, to:
Corporations Act Modernization
Ministry of Government Services
Policy Branch
777 Bay Street
5th Floor – Suite 501
Toronto, ON M7A 2J3
(416) 326-8877
Email: business.law@ontario.ca
CDA responds to Canada Council 2008-2011 strategic plan discussion paper.
From the CDA Bulletin
On June 17th and 18th, CDA participated in two consultations in Ottawa at the invitation of the Canada Council, to provide feedback on the Council’s discussion paper ‘Creating our Future’. In preparation for these two meetings, CDA undertook extensive community consultation through a series of regional teleconferences, and an online survey. Over 100 members of the dance community from across the country participated in these initiatives. A summary of the teleconference discussions is available on our website at www.dancecanada.net.
The first of the two consultations was a one-hour disciplinary meeting with the Council Director, Bob Sirman and other key staff from the Arts Division and the Dance Section. CDA, along with the CanDance Network and the Regroupement québécois de la danse (RQD) had the opportunity to present a response to the Council’s discussion paper and bring forward any specific messages or concerns on behalf of the dance community.
To open the discussion, the CDA pointed back to the work undertaken over the last two years. We re-stated the priorities previously articulated in the March 2006 presentation to the Council (made in association with the RQD), expressing dance’s most pressing needs. Three new initiatives, presented in draft form to the Council in November 2006 were also referred to as initiatives that would contribute to the continued development of the sector.
Following this, CDA, CanDance and the RQD each presented key messages arising from the feedback heard from the dance community. CDA articulated three specific messages to the Council that represented the over arching themes heard throughout the regional teleconferences and in the survey feedback. These messages are: ‘Take the lead’, ‘Strengthen and develop our national organizational infrastructure’ and ‘Invest in the future’. The full presentation is attached.
On day two of the consultation process, National Arts Service Organizations from across all disciplines met to discuss key questions from the Council’s discussion paper. Throughout the day, NASO representatives were divided into working groups to discuss and debate the current role, values and priorities of the Council.
Sirman reinforced that the Council views NASO’s as the best positioned stakeholders to help the Council develop the higher level messages that will inform their planning process. He also cited other groups the Council will consult in this process including other federal and provincial funders, Council staff, targeted groupsof young (under 30) artists, and the Council’s Board of Directors, among others. They’ve also collected input from the arts community through the online survey, which, he reported, had exceeded 1500 respondents to date.
Throughout the two days, many of the Council staff expressed that the dance sector was among the most well prepared sectors coming into these meetings, and commended the CDA for undertaking extensive community consultation as a way of informing the organization’s representation to the Council. The CDA wishes to congratulate our members and members of the dance community who actively participated in this process. It has been an important and fruitful exercise that will help inform the Council’s future direction.
Council has indicated they will begin writing over the summer months and expect to release the plan in the fall. This plan will inform the Council’s corporate plan which will be filed with the Government in March 2008. This is the first time the Canada Council has ever undertaken a strategic planning process.
Community Arts Residency: Information Sheet for Artists
What is a community arts residency?
This is an opportunity for you to work in a community setting over a significant period of time. Sometimes known as the “slow art” movement, the creativity of community arts flourishes on the collaborative and participatory side of the spectrum. Successful community-based art grows out of the relationships between professional artists and community members. The product of this creativity may well be shared through a culminating performance, screening, or exhibition; but the collective planting and cultivating is just as important as the final harvest. In a community arts residency, a community organization invites an artist to work “in residence”, initiating and guiding a variety of creative activities with members of the community.
How does the grant work?
Funding is available for both short and long-term residencies. For a short-term project (1-4 months), the grant is up to $6,000. For a long-term (4-12 months) project, the grant is up to $15,000. The grant can pay for up to 50% of the cost of the residency, with the host organization covering the other half of the project budget through its own financial and organizational resources. In-kind staff and material support is eligible, so long as it is focused specifically on the project. The application must come from the community organization rather than the artist, although artists are often the ones who initiate and develop residency proposals with community groups.
Other sources of funding
The Ontario Arts Council supports community arts residencies through its Artists in the Community/Workplace program. Applications to OAC can be made directly by artists, artists’ collectives, or community organizations. Deadlines: August 15, 2007 and March 17, 2008. For more information, please contact Bushra Junaid, Community and Multidisciplinary Arts Officer. Phone: 416-969-7425, toll free 1-800-387-0058, 7425. E-mail: bjunaid@arts.on.ca. The Canada Council for the Arts supports community-based art through the Artists and Community Collaboration Program (ACCP). Contact: Claude Schryer, Inter-Arts Coordinator. Phone: 1-800-263-5588 or (613) 566-4414, 4204. E-mail: Claude.schryer@canadacouncil.ca.
What kind of group can host a residency?
Successful community arts residencies in Toronto have taken place in workplaces, storefront cultural agencies, community health centres, neighbourhood centres, parks, cultural associations, youth agencies, settlement houses, unions, seniors’ residences, agencies serving refugees, women’s shelters, anti-poverty groups, and others. TAC has, in the last 3 years, funded community arts residencies featuring poetry, theatre, music, visual arts, dance, storytelling, textile arts, film and video, dance.
Next steps
Please visit www.torontoartscouncil.org <http://www.torontoartscouncil.org/> and look at the Community Arts grants program for a description of the Community Arts Residency. To discuss your ideas and questions, or set up an appointment, please contact: Dan Yashinsky, Community Arts Officer, Toronto Arts Council. Phone:
416-392-6802 ext. 202 E-mail: yashinsky@torontoartscouncil.org.
ARTSCAPE IS PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE THE APPOINTMENT OF BILLIE BRIDGMAN AS EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT
TORONTO - Monday, June 25, 2007 - Artscape announces the appointment of Billie Bridgman as Executive Vice President, effective August 2007. Ms. Bridgman will oversee Artscape's properties, operations, and finance departments.
"We are thrilled to be welcoming Billie back to Artscape" said Tim Jones, President and CEO of Artscape. "During her tenure as Executive Director in the early 90's, she put the organization on the map and got the first shovels in the ground. Her leadership and depth of experience in the arts, the private sector, and real estate development will be enormously valuable and on top of that she brings with her a good deal of our institutional memory. There simply couldn't be a better fit as Artscape continues to expand its culture-led regeneration practice."
Ms. Bridgman started her career as a singer and over several decades became known as a specialist in contemporary Canadian music. She was Artistic Director of both COMUS Music Theatre and the Guelph Spring Festival and in each case championed new Canadian operas. Her career also encompassed directing major fundraising campaigns for the Canada Pavilion (Expo '86) and the University of Toronto Bora Laskin Law Library as well as working on faculty at the Banff School of Fine Arts.
As the first full time Executive Director of Artscape, from 1990 - 1995, Ms. Bridgman developed both the model for developing artists' work and live/work space, and, almost 100,000 sq. ft. of the real thing. Six years with the Bank of Montreal's IT subsidiary CEBRA as a Director of Project Management and of the Bank's first ISO Quality System offered valuable experience in the corporate world.
For the past several years Ms. Bridgman has been President and CEO of Business for the Arts (formerly the Council for Business and the Arts) where, in addition to the regular activities, she has pioneered several highly successful new programs - ArtsVest, the BoardGame and SpeedDating with the Arts - as active, productive intersection points between business and the arts.
"Coming back to Artscape is like coming home. The 'house' is a lot bigger and the 'family' has grown but the spirit, the vision and the energy are stronger than ever" said Ms. Bridgman. "I am thrilled to take on the real estate development portfolio in particular - the creation of space for art is rewarding on every level, not least of which is
just a walk down the hall when the studios are full and art is at work. My recent work with Business for the Arts dovetails precisely with the community development and culture-led regeneration work of Artscape. It's a great team, with a vision whose time has come and I am extremely happy to join Tim Jones and the team in the realization
of their ambitious view of the future."
BACKGROUND
About Artscape
Celebrating its 20th Anniversary this year, Artscape is committed to building a world that engages art, culture, and creativity as catalysts for community transformation, sustainability, prosperity and livability. It is a not-for-profit enterprise dedicated to culture-led regeneration with a focus on: a) anchoring creative communities within
sustainable and affordable spaces, b) building authentic and dynamic places by connecting creative and cultural resources, and c) creating tools, expanding thinking, and inspiring action. Artscape's work unlocks the creative potential of people and places to build vibrant, resilient, and inclusive communities. To date, Artscape has played a catalytic role in the regeneration of some of Toronto's most important creative communities including: The Distillery Historic District, Queen Street West, Liberty Village and Toronto Island. www.torontoartscape.on.ca
Canada's National Ballet School / L'École nationale de ballet du Canada
The Shoe Room
Summer Sale
Tues July 31 to Sat August 4
* Receive 20% off all Dancewear
* Up to 50% off an assortment of clearance items
* Save on select NBS merchandise
* For every Ainsliewear bodysuit purchased receive a pair of tights at half price
The Shoe Room, Betty Oliphant Theatre Lobby, 404 Jarvis St., Toronto, ON, M4Y 2G6
Nadia Randall, Store Manager Footwear Specialist
* Order by Phone, Mail, or E-Mail
Tel: 416-964-5100 In Canada: 1-800-387-0785
Fax: 416-964-5101
E-mail: theshoeroom@nbs-enb.ca
Web: http://www.theshoeroom.ca http://www.nbs-enb.ca
DUO Workshop
How to Find and Keep Good Volunteers
DUO, DTRC, STAF and TAPA have come together to sponsor a seminar on a topic vital to the success of any not-for-profit organization: How to find and keep good volunteers. Volunteers are essential for the success of any not-for-profit organization. But it is difficult to find and retain them. Bob McCarthy, an expert in volunteer management, will give a three-hour seminar on how find, motivate, integrate and retain good volunteers.
Bob has managed volunteers for the Toronto International Film Festival, the HOT DOCS International Documentary Film Festival, and CanStage Theatre. He has also served as consultant for Dublin International Film Festival, Sundance Film Festival, the Canadian Magazine Publishers Association, the Ontario Arts Council, and the Dubia Film Festival.
The seminar will be held Thursday, July 12, 2007, 1:00 – 4:00PM at the TAPA, Suite 210, 215 Spadina Avenue. The cost is $15. To register, call Slade Lander at 416.504.6429 extension 21 or e-mail slade@danceumbrella.net.
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Classes & Workshops
COBA Collective Of Black Artists
Children’s Dance and Drum Program
Registration and Open House September 14th and 15th
COBA’s performing arts school offers high quality dance education that is supported by a legacy of African history.
Our children’s dance and drumming program provides children three years and up with a solid foundation in contemporary dance forms (ballet, modern) and specialized training in the music and dance of Africa and the African Diaspora.
The primary training mechanism for African and Caribbean forms is A-Feeree. Taught exclusively at COBA Studios, A-Feeree helps conditions your child’s body to navigate the aesthetics of African and African Diasporic dances.
This unique method draws on the traditional dance culture of Africa’s Séné-Gambia region as well as indigenous fold dances from Trinidad & Tobago.
Children’s classes run September to June from Thursday to Saturday.
Each year, the program culminates in a year-end recital in which your child will have the opportunity to perform.
Curious? Bring your child to a FREE TRIAL CLASS during COBA’s open house (Sept 14th & 15th), or visit us online for more info.
www.cobainc.com <http://www.cobainc.com>
COBA 610 Queen Street West, 2nd Floor
Toronto, Ontario M6J 1E3
416 658 3111
info@cobainc.com
Cultural Careers Council Ontario - THE SUMMER INSTITUTE 2007 ANNOUNCED
Cultural Careers Council Ontario (CCCO) in conjunction with Genovese, Vanderhoof & Associates and The Centre for Cultural Management, University of Waterloo announces the 2007 Summer Institute. The Summer Institute is a comprehensive professional training program for a career in fund-raising and marketing in the cultural sector. It is specifically designed for arts professionals and those who have a genuine interest in developing a career in arts marketing and fundraising. The Institute is a 3-week classroom training experience in a residential setting and it is held at the Centre for Cultural Management, University of Waterloo. This summer it will begin on Monday, July 30th and run until Friday, August 17th.
There is a dramatic lack of trained arts fund-raising and marketing personnel in the Canadian marketplace. Trained and experienced cultural fund-raisers and marketers are in short supply and high demand. Former graduates of the Summer Institute now hold senior management positions both in and out of the cultural sector.
The course of studies at the Institute, coordinated by Genovese and Vanderhoof includes marketing (ie. market research; subscriptions; philosophy and techniques; pricing; budgeting; target marketing; advertising; direct response; sales promotions; single ticket/event promotions; staffing and departmental structures and more) and fund-raising (ie. corporate, foundation, and individual; prospect research; sponsorship and philanthropic selling techniques; patron fund-raising, membership programs and mega-gift programs; proposal writing; fund-raising data base management; annual operating, capital, and endowment campaign and more).
The faculty for the Institute is drawn from leading professionals in the North American cultural industry. Participants spend their days in class, hearing lectures from faculty and guest faculty, and in the evenings and on weekends there are group activities planned: field trips to cultural events across southern Ontario (ie. theatre outings to Stratford Festival and Blyth Festival, a trip to St. Jacob’s Market, the Clay and Glass Gallery in Waterloo, a tour of Centre in the Square in Kitchener, and more). It is an exhausting but stimulating 3 weeks, full of learning and networking. Graduates become lifelong friends and colleagues. The graduates receive a Fundraising and Marketing for the Arts certificate from the Centre for Cultural Management, University of Waterloo on completion of the course.
For more information and to download a registration form, go to our website at www.workinculture.ca. Deadline to register is June 28, 2007
Waves 5R Classes
Dancers are the athletes of God
– Albert Einstein
Waves – Movement Of Life 5Rhythms™ ecstatic dance meditation
Wednesdays
July 4 - August 6
7 - 8:30pm
Swansea Town Hall
Founders Room (lower level)
95 Lavinia Avenue
Toronto
$100 for the series; by registration only
* register by July 2 — space is limited *
The next Movement Class Series, set to begin Saturday June 30 is not confirmed. Our previous studio space may no longer be available. I will send a notice as soon as an alternative venue and schedule have been arranged.
Private Classes are available for individual and groups. For a limited time this summer, private classes for the hour after classes on Wednesdays (8:30 – 9:30) are available with free studio time - so, only $45 for the hour. All other private sessions require the client to provide space or arrange for studio time.
Contact Taeji for info on private class opportunities and fees.
For more information, email 5R@windovergrass.com or call 416-520-2209
The Sufi Girl Presents:
A Celebration of Summer and Dance with Three Weeks of Dance from Guinea Conakry - Sufi Girl Style of Course!
Tuesdays from 6-8pm
July 17, 24 and 31st
At: Arts Court , 2 Daly Avenue in Studio B
Cost: $90.00 for the session
Registration: 613-276-SUFI (that's 613-276-7834) gosufigirl@hotmail.com - don't delay space is limited!!!Lainie Towell is The Sufi Girl. Based in Ottawa Canada, she works as an independent dance artist, teacher, presenter, and dance administrator. Lainie is captivated with Guinean Ballet and has traveled to Guineé Conakry several times to dance with Djibril Morlaye Comara's Troupe Gbassikolo. She is particularly interested in how the dance transforms when its removed from its traditional context. Along with her interest in Guinean dance, Lainie choreographs and presents contemporary performance pieces. Her works has been shown in Ottawa, Toronto, and Montreal.
Lainie Towell acknowledges the support of the Canada Council for the Arts which last year invested $16.4 million in dance throughout Canada.
www.sufigirl.com
Learn traditional African dance with instructor Sani-Abu
We will resume Classes on Saturday the 23rd Friday the 29th of June.
$15 per class
$75 for a class card of 5 and your 6th class is free!
Ongoing open dance classes are held:
Fridays
Pia Bouman School for Ballet and Creative Movement
6 Noble St. (north of Queen St. W west of Dufferin St.)
7:00-8:30pm - Beginners Intermediate
Saturdays
Artists' Play Studio and Theatre
276 Carlaw Ave., Unit #209 Second Floor (just south of Dundas St. E)
1:30-3:00pm - Beginners Intermediate
for more info please visit http://www.ijovududance.com
Peace and blessings
Sani-Abu Mohammed Allen
Founder, Executive/Artistic Director
ijo vudu African Dance Co.
Our music and dance helps to keep us human, for in Africa, rhythm is life itself. Ashee.
Tri Ka Ta Summer Workshop
M-DO, The Toronto Tabla Ensemble and The Dark Side Studio present Tri-Ka-Ta
This exciting, informative and fun four-day summer workshop is a great opportunity to get a taste of everything we do here at the studio!
Join in this rare chance to gain hands-on insight into Tribal belly dance, Tabla drumming, and Kathak dance, all under one roof in one workshop!
Taught by Joanna de Souza (kathak dance) Audra Simmons (tribal belly dance) and Ritesh Das (tabla drumming), the workshop will run from 10am - 1pm from Monday July 9, to Thursday July 12.
A collaborative evening performance with all participants and teachers will highlight the end of the workshop.
Details:
Tribal Belly dance workshop: Monday July 9 with Audra Coming from an extensive traditional belly dance background, Audra began Tribal Belly dance in 2000 and has established a style, which combines the more traditional belly dance with the modern Tribal.
Tabla drumming workshop: Tuesday July 10 with Ritesh The North Indian Tabla is perhaps one of the most diverse out of all the drums, both in technique and sound. It is more than just drumming; it is a language unto it's self. As Artistic Director of the Toronto Tabla Ensemble, Ritesh has been composing and producing world music, at its highest artistic level, since 1991.
Kathak dance workshop: Wednesday July 11 with Joanna Kathak is an ancient form of Indian dance and the predecessor to flamenco. Joanna is perhaps the only Canadian born artist to achieve a Master's Degree in Kathak, and has been teaching for the past 18 years.
Cost: Full workshop is $125 or $40 for a single day.
Information, on-line registration and payment is available at http://www.cleopatrasbazaar.com or email sarahturk@tablaensemble.com to register.
http://www.tablaensemble.com
http://www.mdo-tte.org
July Mystique Workshop!
Sophie Luxton
July 2007
Join us on Saturday, July 7th for this amazing line-up of 3 workshops teaching sexy dancing!
We are offering: Instant Exotic Dancer, How To Give A Lapdance and Exotic Dancer - Next Level!
Each workshop is $30. Take all 3 for $80.
This day of workshops is being held at Mystique Lounge, which is a club on the east side of Yonge, a few blocks south of Eglinton. You can't miss the big red lips!
Check out their site http://www.mystique-lounge.com for a look inside - don't worry, it's closed when we are there! (hint: turn your volume down first...)
Instant Exotic Dancer! (3:00 - 4:00pm)
This workshop is designed for women who want to check the "exotic dancing" skill off their list in a one-shot deal! We will go through the most popular exotic dance moves, including turns, slides and head accents, and practice putting them together in a nice flow. We also include pole dancing moves so you'll have a full stage routine whenever you need it! At the end of this hour, you'll know the moves, feel confident doing them and be inspired by your own movement!
Please wear something you feel sexy and comfortable in and bring high heels! Don't worry, we'll figure out how to do all of these moves while wearing them and looking fabulous!
How to give a Lapdance! (4:00 - 5:00pm)
If you haven't done this workshop before, it's time! Yes, we learn an actual routine of how to give a lapdance...that is, perform for and on someone who is sitting in a chair!
This is my favourite workshop to do and always gets rave reviews - don't wait, come and see for yourself!
Please wear something you feel sexy and comfortable in and bring high heels! You will need to wear something that you can sit with and open your legs wide in so do a clothing test beforehand!
Exotic Dancer - Next Level! (5:00 - 6:00pm)
This class will be for dancers who have taken a beginner level of exotic dance and/or pole dancing and want to learn some new moves. It will include intermediate/advanced pole and dance moves - turn up the heat!!
Please wear comfortable clothing that you would wear dancing. As well, please bring high heels.
Prices and Registration
Each workshop is $30. Take all 3 for $80. Payment can be made in cash only please.
Please register by contacting Sophie. http://www.sophieluxton.com/contact.html
9 Morning Classes at HUB 14
Tuesday July 3 - Friday July 6
Monday July 9 - Friday July 13
10 - 11:30 am
HUB 14
14 Markham Street
(West of Bathurst, North of Queen)
Meagan O'Shea will be teaching a contemporary dance class focusing on floor work, strength, endurance, and interpretation.
Meagan teaches alt-contemporary technique in Toronto and across Canada. Drawing on her experience and training with dance innovators in the United States and Europe she combines core strength and clear lines with the freedom for personal investigation in her classes. Intention and specific physicality are explored through new movement patterns and dance combinations.
This class is appropriate for dancers and physical performers wanting to explore new approaches.
Class is $9 … Space is limited.
To book a spot please contact Meagan at meagan@meaganoshea.ca
The Sufi Girl Presents:
A Celebration of Summer and Dance with Three Weeks of Dance from Guinea Conakry - Sufi Girl Style of Course!
Tuesdays from 6-8pm
July 17, 24 and 31st
At: Arts Court , 2 Daly Avenue in Studio B
Cost: $90.00 for the session
Registration: 613-276-SUFI (that's 613-276-7834) gosufigirl@hotmail.com - don't delay space is limited!!!Lainie Towell is The Sufi Girl. Based in Ottawa Canada, she works as an independent dance artist, teacher, presenter, and dance administrator. Lainie is captivated with Guinean Ballet and has traveled to Guinée Conakry several times to dance with Djibril Morlaye Comara's Troupe Gbassikolo. She is particularly interested in how the dance transforms when its removed from its traditional context. Along with her interest in Guinean dance, Lainie choreographs and presents contemporary performance pieces. Her works has been shown in Ottawa, Toronto, and Montreal.
Lainie Towell acknowledges the support of the Canada Council for the Arts which last year invested $16.4 million in dance throughout Canada.
www.sufigirl.com
City Dance Corps Summer Sessions
BREAK DANCE Absolute Beginner
Thursday's
July 26 - September 6
8:30pm-10pm
BALLET Absolute Beginner
Friday's
July 27 - September 14
6pm-7:30pm
BELLY DANCE Absolute Beginner
Tuesday's
July 24 - August 28
6pm-7pm
Intro to Salsa
Wednesday's
July 4 11
8:30pm-10pm
TAP Advanced Beginner
Thursday's
July 5 - August 16
8pm-9pm
Special Workshops
Lady's Salsa Styling 101
Wednesday's
July 4 11
8pm-9pm
Calling all Ladies! Taught by Tina. Salsa Style 101 is a class that will take you through a step by step guide on how style the most basic steps! This workshop is designed for dancers at a low intermediate or beginner level. Learn how to express yourself with smooth, sexy, uncomplicated movements that will add spice to any dance, no matter how basic it is!
Poppin Lockin
Wednesday's
July 4 - 25
9-10pm
With Mariano from ABS Crew! A style of dancing that incorporates the rhythmic contraction of the dancer's muscles and pantomimed movements, usually to funk or hip-hop music. Movements are sharp and precise. Styles include: Waving Vibrating Ticking Slow motion Robot/botting Puppeting Boogaloo
CLUB MOVES
Tuesday's
July 17-31
9-10pm
Do you shy away from dance clubs because you feel like you don't know how to dance? You're not the only one! This workshop will teach you smooth club moves to R, Hip Hop, and House music. No choreography, just how to groove on any dance floor!
STRIPTEASE
Thursday's
July 19 26
9-10pm
With Nicole Arbour! Ladies, meet your sexy side with fun, confidence-building, dance-focused class! Back by popular demand, Nicole will teach you about the art of TEASE through movement and dance. You will be bursting with confidence and charm with this enchanting dance designed to captivate!
MERENGUE BACHATA
Wednesday's
July 18 25
8:30pm-10pm
So you know how to dance Salsa, but what do you do when you're at the club and Bachata or Merengue starts playing? This workshop will introduce the basics of both Bachata and Merengue and teach you just enough to dance through the night at any club, anytime!
Remember to register in advance for Special Workshops as spaces are limited!
Hollywood Dance Series
July 2007: RIHANNA
Thursday's
7pm-8:30pm
July 5-26
SOS! Rihanna burst on the scene last summer and she is now taking over studios! Join us as we groove to her single "Pon De Replay" and her latest smash hit "Umbrella...ella...ella...eh...eh!" Hear it, feel it, move to it! The sounds and moves of RIHANNA!
Salsa Practice Sessions
July Sessions
Monday's: 9-10pm
Tuesday's July 3 10: 9-10pm
Wednesday's July 18 25: 8-9pm
Saturday Practices will not be running for the summer!
Teen and Kids Dance Camps
Check out our summer schedule for summer dance camps in July and August! Click here http://www.citydancecorps.com/kidscamps.htm for more info!
http://www.citydancecorps.com
539 King St. West
Suite 103
Toronto ON
M5V 1M1
416-260-2356
Earth in Motion World Indigenous Dance
Co-directors Penny Couchie and Alejandro Ronceria of Earth in Motion World Indigenous Dance are hosting their 4th Aboriginal Choreographer's Workshop from June 18th - 29th, 2007.
The Choreographer's Workshop provides a venue for choreographers to exchange their ideas, discuss different cultural approaches and methodologies and to explore social and political issues that affect Indigenous Peoples around the world.
Aboriginal worldview and how it relates to expression as dancers, choreographers, storytellers and artists in general is a major focus of our work. It is our intention to provide a much-needed forum for the creation and development of Aboriginal contemporary dance.
Past workshops have been very successful with increasing interest nationally and internationally. Nearly all of the choreographers that participated in our previous workshops have gone on to produce professional works that were developed initially in the workshop. Many of the dancers we selected to work with these choreographers in the workshop have gone on to work professionally for the choreographers.
Earth in Motion World Indigenous Dance is grateful for the generous financial support from the Ontario Arts Council, Canada Council for the Arts and the Toronto Arts Council
http://www.earthinmotion.com
CCDFA
We are teaching Tango in June, 2007
We will also teach some Line Dances this month
Address:
Centennial Community Center
1967 Ellesmere Rd,
Scarborough ON
(Ellesmere Rd / West of Markham Rd)
Time:
Every Friday
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM One hour lesson
8:30 PM - 11:30PM General dancing
Price: $6.00
Features:
Hard Wood Floor
Air Conditioned
International Style Ballroom, Latin dances
Line Dances
Other Social Dances are available upon request
A Lot of Free Parking
We are teaching Tango this month
>From the basics to some advanced figures, we will focus on both the technique of the dance and the figures. Don't miss this great chance to learn the Internation Style Dance.
Disclaimer
Canadian Chinese Dance Fans Association (CCDFA) and it's party organizers are not responsible to any injury and loss to any persons attending our dance party.
How to get there
By TTC:
At Scarborough Center Subway station, take bus No. 133, 133A, 133B or 38 you will be right at the door in 3 mins. At Ellesmere Subway Station, take bus No. 95B, 95C, 95F, you will be right at the door in 5 mins.
http://www25.brinkster.com/ccdfa
Downward Dog Yoga Centre
July 2007, Part 1
Hip Parade: A Hip Opening Workshop with David Gellineau
Sunday, July 8
Hips to tight? The remedy for tights hips is not one stretch but a balanced series of poses that target the hips and create stability in the entire pelvis. more info
http://www.downwarddog.com/events.html#hipparade
2:30 pm to 4:30 pm
$30
Beach
call tel. 416-693-4088 to register
Danny Paradise
Monday, July 16 at 1:00pm
*please note Danny's class will be in place of Diane's 1pm class Join one of the most experienced Ashtanga yogis in the world for a led class, July 16! Click here
http://www.downwarddog.com/events.html#danny for more info
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Downtown
$25 / $15 for dwd month and annual pass holders
Teen Yoga in the Beach
July 3-24, 2007
Continue or begin your yoga practice this July! Four weeks of Teen Yoga are being offered for $25, beginning July 3. Class runs Tuesdays from 4:45 to 5:45 pm. Pre-registration is required. Call us at 416-693-4088 to register!
Notice! Downward Dog in the Beach will be closed for the Jazz Fest, July 27-29
Downward Dog in the Beach will be closed July 27-29, during the Beaches Jazz Festival. We will reopen on Monday, July 30.
Swabhava Yoga Dance is postponed until the fall! See you then.
Teacher Training
Yoga Teacher Training + Personal Development Program
Module I beginning October 2007
with Diane Bruni + Ron Reid
please click here
http://www.downwarddog.com/training.html#module1 for details
click here http://www.downwarddog.com/training.html for all
teacher training info
more Upcoming Workshops + Events Summer 2007
DOWNTOWN
Downward Dog's 10th Anniversary Celebration! Saturday, July 7
http://downwarddog.com/events.html#anniversary
Sunset Yoga: July 7*, August 11 + September 8
http://downwarddog.com/events.html#sunsetyoga
Yoga Lounge + Kirtan with SWAHA, July 28
http://downwarddog.com/events.html#yogalounge
"Carry that Weight" workshop with Ron Reid, August 18
http://downwarddog.com/events.html#carrythatweight
Kirtan Chanting Workshop with David Newman (Durga Das), August
18-19 http://downwarddog.com/events.html#davidnewman
Chuck Miller + Maty Ezraty: September 12-16, 2007
http://downwarddog.com/chuck+maty.html
IN THE BEACH
Learn to Float with David Robson, Saturday, July 21 http://www.downwarddog.com/events.html#learntofloat
Big Stretch: Yoga for Runners with Christine Felstead, Sunday, July 22 http://www.downwarddog.com/events.html#bigstretch2
click here http://www.downwarddog.com/events.html for all workshops + events
Summer Kirtans at Downward Dog
SWAHA http://www.downwarddog.com/events.html#yogalounge David Newman (Durga Das)
http://www.downwarddog.com/events.html#davidnewman Yoga Lounge Kirtan: August 18 + Kirtan July 28 Workshop: August 19
Chuck + Maty will be returning to Downward Dog, September 2007 click here http://www.downwarddog.com/chuck+maty.html for details
yoga retreats
Jump: 3rd Annual Ashtanga
Yoga Weekend Retreat
with David Gellineau Roxana Condor
July 20-22, 2007
at the Novalis River Resort, ON
Click here http://www.downwarddog.com/events.html#jumpretreat for more information!
Downward Dog 10th Anniversary
Yoga Retreat in Umbria, Italy
with Ron Reid, Diane Bruni Marla Meenakshi Joy
October 6-12, 2007
Click here http://www.downwarddog.com/events.html#umbria2007 for more info.
Ashtanga Yoga, Sacred Sound + Swimming with Wild Dolphins!
Retreat with David Robson + Tina Park
October 7-13, 2007
Click here http://www.downwarddog.com/events.html#bimini2007 for more info.
intro special for new students to downward dog: one week of unlimited class for $20 offer is good at both locations
http://www.downwarddog.com/contact.html
Downward Dog Yoga Centres
Downtown: 735 Queen St. W. 2nd Floor, M6J 1G1 tel. 416-703-8805
In the Beach: 1977 Queen St. E. 2nd Floor, M4L 1J1 tel.
416-693-4088
Toronto Canada
Downward Dog Yoga Centres
Downtown
735 Queen Street West
tel. 416-703-8805, info@downwarddog.com
In the Beach
1977 Queen Street East
tel. 416-693-4088, beachinfo@downwarddog.com
Extra Summer classes at Dance-teq!!
New: Daily Morning Classes!
$10 only, no dance cards
June 4 - July 20
Monday to Friday 11:15 - 12:45
Mondays: Darryl Tracy
Tuesdays: Johanna Bergfeldt
Wednesdays: Darryl Tracy
Thursdays: Johanna Bergfeldt
Fridays: Robert Desrosiers
Extra Evening Classes!!
$13 per class
June 4 - July 30
6:45 - 8:15 p.m.
Mondays ele/int: Johanna Bergfeldt
Fridays beg/ele: Justine Chambers
Aurora Live inc.
DANCE STUDIOS
ADULT PROGRAMS
presents
DANCE
CONTEMPORARY JAZZ * TAP * BALLET MUSICAL THEATRE DANCE 'LADIES ONLY' BASIC MOVEMENT and MORE!
FOR ADULTS OF ALL AGES AND ABILITIES
CLASSES * WORKSHOPS PRIVATE COACHING
'A' LIVE METHOD TM
The only studio in Downtown Toronto to offer an exclusive method and curriculum designed exclusively for Aurora Live Studios students and clients!
~EXPERIENCED AND KNOWLEDGEABLE STAFF~ ~ESTABLISHED AND EFFECTIVE TRAINING METHODS~ ~CONVENIENT DOWNTOWN LOCATION~
We offer adults searching for an alternative to the gym an outlet to exercise, learn, and be challenged.
Whether you've danced all your life, or always had the desire, our studios will provide you with the kind of class to meet your needs!
416-550-5784
info@auroraliveinc.com
www.auroraliveinc.com
392 Queen Street East, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5A 1T3
Mon: 7:00-8:30pm Contemporary Jazz (Level: Beg/Int)
Tues: 7:00-8:15pm Musical Theatre Dance (Level: Basic)
Wed: 8:00-9:30pm Contemporary Jazz (Level: Int/Adv)
Thurs: 6:00-7:15pm Ballet Basics (101) (Level: Basic) / 7:30-8:45pm Jazz Dance Basics (101) (Level: Basic)
Fri: 6:00-7:15pm 'Ladies Only' Basic Movement (Level: Basic)
Sat: 11:00am-12:00pm Tap Dance Basics (101) (Level: Basic)
Class Dates Times - SUBJECT TO CHANGE See Website for Session Start Dates
ADULT RATES: (Six Week Sessions)
Contemporary Jazz (Level: Beginner/Intermediate) ...$98.75+GST
Ballet Basics (101) (Level: Basic) ...$95.75+GST
Jazz Dance Basics (101) (Level: Basic) ...$95.75+GST
Tap Dance Basics (101) (Level: Basic) ...$95.75+GST
Musical Theatre Dance (Level: Basic) ...$95.75+GST
'Ladies Only' Basic Movement (Level: Basic) ...$105.75+GST
Contemporary Jazz (Level: Intermediate/Advanced) ...$13 single class
MONTHLY WORKSHOPS OFFERED IN VARIOUS FORMS OF DANCE AND EXERCISE!
STUDIO RENTAL AVAILABLE
Join us, and see for yourself how dance can bring more joy to your life!
416-550-5784
info@auroraliveinc.com
www.auroraliveinc.com
392 Queen Street East, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5A 1T3
Aurora Live inc.
DANCE STUDIOS
CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS
presents
DANCE FOR KIDS OF ALL AGES AND ABILITIES
CLASSES OFFERED IN:
JAZZ * BALLET * TAP *HIP-HOP * CREATIVE MOVEMENT and MORE!
'A' LIVE METHOD TM
The only studio in Downtown Toronto to offer an exclusive method and curriculum designed exclusively for Aurora Live Studios students and clients!
~EXPERIENCED AND KNOWLEDGEABLE STAFF~ ~ESTABLISHED AND EFFECTIVE TRAINING METHODS~ ~CONVENIENT DOWNTOWN LOCATION~
AGES 3-5
TINY TOT DIVISION
AGES 6-16
YOUTH DIVISION
KIDS!
GET FIT, HAVE FUN, MEET NEW FRIENDS
PARENTS - RECEIVE UP TO A $500 TAX CREDIT FOR EACH CHILD'S PARTICIPATION!
416-550-5784
info@auroraliveinc.com
www.auroraliveinc.com
392 Queen Street East, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5A 1T3
www.auroraliveinc.com
CHILDREN'S TERMS
Fall/Winter Term (September to December)
Winter Term (January to March)
Spring Term (April to June)
SUMMER CAMPS
TINY TOT DIVISION RATES
Ages (3-5)
One Class per week - $174.00 per term+GST
Two classes pwer week - $324.00 per term+GST
Three classes per week - $450.00 per term+GST
(Classes are 45 Minutes in Length)
YOUTH DIVISION RATES
Junior (5-8 yrs)
Junior(1) (9-11 yrs)
Intermediate (12-16 yrs)
One Class per week - $192.00 per term+GST
Two classes pwer week - $378.00 per term+GST
Three classes per week - $549.00 per term+GST
Four classes per week - $708.00 per term+GST
(Classes are 1 hour in length)
Mon: 5:30-6:30pm Children's Program Junior Ballet
Tues: 5:30-6:30pm Children's Program Junior Hip-Hop
Wed:
5:45-6:45pm Children's Program Junior Jazz
6:45-7:45pm Children's Program Intermediate Jazz
Sat:
10:00-10:45am Children's Program Tiny Tot Ballet
11:00-11:45am Children's Program Tiny Tot Creative Movement
12:00-12:45pm Children's Program Tiny Tot Jazz
Class Dates Times - SUBJECT TO CHANGE See Website for Session Start Dates
STUDIO RENTAL AVAILABLE
Join us, and see for yourself how dance can bring more joy to your life!
CALL US NOW!
416-550-5784
info@auroraliveinc.com
www.auroraliveinc.com
392 Queen Street East, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5A 1T3
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Labspace Studio
Open Call for Workshop Submissions
Labspace Studio is a Toronto-based arts facility and organization with a focus on promoting and creating interdisciplinary work. We are currently in search of workshop proposals for our fall programming schedule. All proposals will be considered, however special note will be given to proposals that satisfy the following criteria:
- Overall concept is arts focused
- Workshop integrates more than one discipline
Proposals should fall into one of two categories:
- One-off classes (One or two full day courses)
- Series (Weekly courses running one to three hours up to a maximum of 8 weeks)
Additional Information
Please submit the following:
- A general course description (including preferred class size and length)
- Student demographic (age, experience level)
- Required equipment and/or materials
- Days and times you are available to teach
- Approximate instructor fee per class
- Instructor Bio (150 words) and CV
Workshops will run from September through November 2007
Submission deadline: July 15th, 2007
Send Submissions To:
Laura Mendes
276 Carlaw Ave
Suite 202
Toronto Ontario
Canada
M6H 2B4
e: info@labspacestudio.com
Organization Description
Labspace Studio is a creative hub, a meeting place, a theatre, a gallery, and a dance floor located in the east end of Toronto.
With a dual mandate to provide affordable performance space to the Toronto arts community and to showcase its own innovative programming, Labspace aims to foster a space of ongoing experimentation, collaboration and exchange.
At Labspace Studio there is an emphasis on the process of creation. From the early stages of development to the final production of a project, artists are encouraged to work collaboratively in the Labspace Studio, playing and experimenting with ideas.
Call for Entries: PACT Zollverein residency programme 2008
From January to June 2008 PACT Zollverein is offering a residency programme for the development and realisation of projects and productions, which is open to professional artists from both Germany and abroad working in the fields of dance, performance or media art. Awarded twice yearly by jury, residencies provide artists with rehearsal space and local accommodation. By arrangement and subject to requirement, PACT Zollverein also offers its residents technical support and advisory assistance with press and public relations and dramaturgy. The maximum length of a residency is 2 months.
For more information, please see the attached document or visit the website: www.pact-zollverein.de
A Qualitative Study to Examine the Psychological Impact of Injuries in Female Modern and Ballet Dancers
You are invited to participate in a research study examining the psychological impact of injuries in female modern and ballet dancers. You could be part of an exciting new area of dance medicine and science research.
We are looking for professional, pre-professional or retired dancers to interview who are: Female, modern or ballet dancer , dancing between the ages of 18 and 55 and have had experience with injuries over their career or are currently experiencing an injury.
Purpose: To understand how dance injuries impact dancers' lives.
Procedure: An interview, in which you will be asked to share your experience with injury, will last approximately 1.0 – 1.5 hours. Your participation is completely voluntary and will be confidential.
Dance Injury Definition: A dance injury is any physical harm resulting in pain or discomfort that causes one or more of the following:
- Cessation of dance activity during one or more dance classes, rehearsals, or performances • A need to modify dance activities during one or more dance classes, rehearsals, or performances
- • Negative effects on training or performance during one or more dance classes, rehearsals, or performances
- • Sufficient distraction or emotional distress to interfere with concentration
- or focus during dance classes, rehearsals, or performances (Krasnow, Mainwaring & Kerr, 1999).
If interested, please contact:
Research Coordinator: Daisy Singla, Honors BSc, Faculty of Arts and Sciences at the University of Toronto
Telephone: (647)-400-1882, singla.daisy@gmail.com
Supervisor Lynda Mainwaring, Ph.D., C. Psych,
Professor in the Faculty of Physical Education and Health at the University of Toronto
Telephone: 416-946-5134, lynda.mainwaring @utoronto.ca <mailto:lynda.mainwaring@utoronto.ca>
Nuit Blanche's Nightless City - Call for Submissions
CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS
*Living up to its provocative nature, for Nuit Blanche, Church Street will be transformed into a theatrical set; a stage for street-walkers. Feverish red light will bathe the street, a mist will drift upon the pavement and Church Street will become a marvelous play, suggesting forbidden love and desires.
There will be performances everywhere on Church Street, in every shadowed nook and cranny. Visual artists, photographers and writers are also invited into red-lit shop fronts to create their work onsite or to display an art/media installation.
Nightless City seeks submissions from artists, entertainers and performers of all persuasions interested in being a part of this fantastical night, creating a live exhibition that will explore the relationships and conversations between subject and object.
Nightless City is presented by the Toronto Nightless Collective with support from the Church-Wellesley Village Business Improvement Area.
*HOW TO SUBMIT
*Read the full project description and download the Submission
Form from http://www.churchwellesleyvillage.ca/nuitblanche
*Complete the Submission Form. Please note that in order to be considered you must adhere to all programming criteria and submission requirements as stated above.
*Applications must be mailed by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, July 17, 2007.
*Incomplete, faxed, or emailed applications will not be accepted.
The Toronto Nightless Collective is also seeking volunteers for a variety of positions. Please contact us at nightlesscity@rogers.com for more information.
Kristyn Wong-Tam
Toronto Nightless Collective
nightlesscity@rogers.com
Living up to it's provocative nature, for Nuit Blanche on Sept 29, Nightless City will tranform Church Street into a theatrical set, a "stage for street-walkers." For this one night alone, invited artists and entertainers will fill the air with song and the street with dance. For more information, visit http://www.churchwellesleyvillage.ca/nuitblanche
Band/Workshop/Art/Film Applications now available! We want you!!
Ladyfest Toronto will be celebrating feminism in all its forms this fall, and we need people to help.
We’re looking for musicians, artists, filmmakers and workshop leaders to lend their talents to Ladyfest Toronto 2007, happening in and around Kensington Market from September 27th-30th.
The aim of the festival is to incite dialogue about contemporary feminist issues through the arts, by giving women the chance to showcase their amazing creativity. With concerts, workshops, a film festival and more, there will be something that’s sure to tickle your fancy.
There are lots of ways to get involved – visit our website at http://www.ladyfesttoronto.ca for performer and workshop applications, plus information on upcoming fundraising events and becoming a Ladyfest volunteer.
The application deadline is July 15th - we can't wait to hear from you!
2008 Images Festival Call for Submissions
OFF SCREEN, LIVE AND PERFORMANCE categories
Deadline 27 July 2007
Dear friends of Images,
The DEADLINE for submitting works to the 21st Edition of the
Images Festival in the INSTALLATION/NEW MEDIA or PERFORMANCE categories is 27 July 2007.
The Images Festival is Canada’s showcase for the innovative edge of international contemporary media art. Over the past 20 years, the festival has screened thousands of independent films and videos in all genres, and has exhibited performances and media art installations by many renowned international artists. Attended by more than 30,000 people each year, the Images Festival is a critical forum for the independent media arts in Canada and around the world.
The 21st edition of the Images Festival will take place 3-12 April 2008 in Toronto, Canada
THERE IS NO SUBMISSION FEE IN THESE CATEGORIES
*FILM/VIDEO GUIDELINES WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE END OF JULY
With submission deadlines in the fall.
Full guidelines and entry forms (in PDF format) can be downloaded from:
(Direct link)
http://www.imagesfestival.com/generic.php?id=28=Submissions
http://www.imagesfestival.com/index-iF.php Under
“SUBMIT”
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Space
COBA Studio space rentals available
We have 2 studios available for rent
Measurements: There are two studios available, the smaller one is 40' x 30' and the larger one is 65' x 30'
Each studio equipped with sprung dance floor, wall-to-wall mirrors and CD player. There are 2 washrooms / changing areas with shower.
Availability as of June 11: Monday to Sunday 9 AM to midnight
Ideal for dance and theatre rehearsal
Rates: $15 / hour for rehearsals; $20 for workshops
Contact:
COBA, Collective of Black Artists
610 Queen St. West , 2nd Floor (at Bathurst)
Toronto, ON M6J 1E3
416-658 3111
info@cobainc.com
Dovercourt House 3rd Floor Studio available for rent.
Beautiful rehearsal and workshop studio near Ossington subway station. 1600 square meters, 13 ft high ceiling. Price range from $15/hr (rehearsal) to $25/hr (classes – workshops). For more information about rental space, contact Isorine Marc: 416.516.4025 or email info@corpus.ca. 805 Dovercourt road, 3rd floor – Toronto ON M6H 2X4 www.corpus.ca
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Calls for Volunteers
Volunteer Teaching Assistant needed! - YMCA-GTA
From: Lilia Leon
I am currently looking for committed volunteers who would like to gain knowledge and experience in the field of Dance Teaching. This volunteer teaching assistant has to be a member of the YMCA, and go through a simple police-check procedure. I teach the Pre-school and Children's Dance program at the YMCA-GTA.
This program focuses on enchancing creativity and cultivating an appreciation for movement, song and dance as powerful elements in children's development. It runs Saturday mornings from 11:30 am - 1:00 pm.
The first lesson is Pre-School Dance (Ages 3-5) from 11:30-12:15
- followed by Child Dance (Ages 5 and up)from 12:15-1:00 pm.
Interested volunteers may contact me at: liliamelisa81@yahoo.ca
Include a little bit about yourself and your interest in teaching. You don't have to be experienced in teaching, as the whole point of this is to learn about teaching. But if you
already have some experience that is a bonus. The main thing is commitment, and a true love for the little ones!
Scotiabank Nuit Blanche - a free all-night contemporary art thing
September 29, 2007
7:03 pm to sunrise
Scotiabank Nuit Blanche is back after a highly successful inaugural year. For one sleepless night experience Toronto transformed by artists.
Discover art in galleries, museums and unexpected places. From alleyways and parking lots to churches and baseball diamonds, explore more than 195 destinations.
One night only. All night long.
Scotiabank Nuit Blanche Volunteer Opportunities
Calling all night owls and art lovers!
If you're looking for a unique volunteer opportunity and want to be a part of Toronto's most exciting event, sign up now to become a Scotiabank Nuit Blanche Volunteer.
To become a volunteer contact: spevvol@toronto.ca
The Scotiabank Nuit Blanche website is currently under construction, but for a few highlights visit http://www.scotiabanknuitblanche.ca
DUSK DANCES! Call for Volunteers
The incredibly successful and much loved outdoor festival DUSK DANCES is looking for volunteers for its 2007 season at Withrow Park.
Show runs from July 10th-15th,
Volunteer Call is @ 6:00 pm
We need a maximum of 6 volunteers per night, so the more nights you can commit, the better. Bring a friend or two and help to make this wonderful community
event possible.
Contact:
Lilia Leon
Park Co-ordinator
liliamelisa81@yahoo.ca
*Send a message with your name, phone number and dates you are available to volunteer. We will contact you to confirm your availability.
For more info about the festival visit: http://www.corpus.ca/english/corpusset1.html
Spread the word...
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Auditions
Casting Call
Artist: Sarah Melody
Choreographer: Mark Samuels
Company: Do Dat Entertainment
Location: various performances throughout the GTA and Barrie
Rate(s): $100.00 per dancer/show, charity events $50.00 per show
Audition Date: TBA
Submission Deadline: Thursday, July, 2007 at 12:00AM
Information:
1 female dancer who is able to dance hip-hop (or any other style of dance is an asset); have to pick up choreography quickly
• Must be over 18 years old
• Latina or Mediterranean in appearance
• Minimum height requirement of 5’5ft
• Dark brown or long black hair
Please submit name, contact numbers, head body shot and resume to info@dodat.com
* Do Dat Entertainment thanks all applicants, however, those chosen will be notified by email with the time and location for the audition.
** NO CALLS, EMAILS OR FACEBOOK MESSAGES PLEASE **
Note: all dancers will be represented by Do Dat Entertainment for this project
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Jobs
Dance Umbrella of Ontario
Arts Management Intern
Term: Internship
Location: Toronto, Montreal Vancouver
Salary: 24,000
Start Date: Jul 16, 2007
Job Description
The Dance Umbrella of Ontario/DUO, one of Canada’s leading arts management organizations for professional dance creators and small-scale dance companies, seeks an enthusiastic young person who wishes to begin his/her career in arts management. The arts management intern will report directly to DUO’s Executive Director.
The intern will work closely with the Executive Director and the Director of Finance and will receive on-site training and mentoring in: grant writing, strategic planning, budgeting, basic accounting, marketing and audience development. There will also be the opportunity to enroll in professional training courses, as appropriate. During this two-year period there will be 2, four-six week placements at two other dance management organizations, Diagramme Gestion culturelle in Montreal and Eponymous, in Vancouver.
Candidates should have completed post-secondary training in arts administration and/or possess a minimum of two years experience in the not-for-profit sector. The placement will expose the successful candidate to the full-range of skills needed to run a successful small-scale arts business.
Requirements
• Completed post-secondary training in arts administration and/or possess a minimum of two years experience in the not-for-profit sector.
• Ability to manage several projects simultaneously, without compromising quality or efficiency.
• Excellent computer skills (Macintosh)
• Superior interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral and written skills
• Strong organizational abilities, attention to details and ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks with patience and flexibility
• A passion for and understanding of the performing arts and dance, in particular, would be considered an asset
• French-language skills would be considered an asset
Additional Information
Dance Umbrella of Ontario is an equal opportunity employer.
Please apply by mail or e-mail with C.V. and cover letter to
Executive Director
Dance Umbrella of Ontario
490 Adelaide St. West,
#201,
Toronto, Ontario,
M5V 1T2
Or via e-mail to: intern@danceumbrella.net
By Monday, July 9, 2007 at 5:00 pm
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Organization Description
The Dance Umbrella of Ontario/DUO, is one of Canada's leading arts management organizations for professional dance creators and small-scale dance companies.
The National Ballet of Canada
Publicity Manager
Term: Full-time
Start Date: Aug 28, 2007
Job Description
> Develop and initiate a strategy of promoting The National Ballet of Canada to the media
> Receive strong coverage in local, national and international media that reflects the key messages of the company
> Co-ordinate interviews, photo opportunities and press conferences
> Create and maintain all materials pertaining to the publicity office such as press releases, artist biographies, photos, media kits, electronic press kits, posters, electronic photo database, media list, and website.
> Answer requests and inquiries from the media and the public regarding the company
> Represent the National Ballet at the Four Seasons Centre during performance seasons
> Manage Communications Coordinator
Requirements
> Excellent writing and communications skills
> Previous experience with media
> Experience in the performing arts is an asset
> Ability to handle multiple tasks in fast paced environment
Additional Information
Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted
Send Submissions To:
Belinda Bale
f: 416-345-8323
e: bbale@national.ballet.ca
Organization Description
Canada's largest classical ballet company
Hummingbird Centre for the Peforming Arts
Communications Coordinator
Application Deadline: Monday July 9, 2007
Website: http://hummingbirdcentre.com
Term: Full-time
Location: Toronto Ontario
Start Date: Jul 16, 2007
Job Description
The Hummingbird Centre for the Performing Arts has a full time opportunity in its Marketing Communications department for an enthusiastic, resourceful team-player who thrives in a fast paced environment.
This position reports to the Manager, Public Relations Promotions. You will be responsible for integrating the communications strategy of the Centre through researching,
collecting, updating, writing, editing, coordinating and distributing information on all aspects of the Centre’s key initiatives.
Requirements
The successful candidate for this position requires a minimum Bachelor of Arts education in a related discipline with no previous work experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel within a Windows XP operating environment is required.
The successful candidate will have excellent written, organization, research skills along with a creative instinct in assisting the Manager, Public Relations Promotions in the building of patron loyalty, maximizing ticket sales, and communicating the Centre’s strategic messages.
Knowledge of the arts and entertainment industry, desktop publishing and databases an asset.
Additional Information
The Centre provides a comprehensive range of employee benefits.
Send Submissions To:
Roy Reeves
1 Front Street East
Toronto Ontario
Canada
M5E 1B2
t: 416-393-7455
f: 416-393-7459
e: roy@hummingbirdcentre.com
Organization Description
The Hummingbird Centre is a performing arts venue whose mandate is to present a broad variety of entertaining and profitable theatrical and concert events for the enrichment of the diverse public in Toronto
The National Ballet School
Day Residence Counsellor
Application Deadline: Friday July 06, 2007
Website: http://www.nbs-enb.ca
Term: Full-time
Location: Toronto - Jarvis and Carlton
Start Date: Sep 04, 2007
Job Description
Since its founding in 1959, Canada’s National Ballet School (NBS) has garnered the highest international acclaim for excellence in classical dance training and overall student education.
The School has an immediate full-time position for a Day Residence Counsellor
This position will be working with students aged 11-18. This position is scheduled to work Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Reporting to the Head of Residence, you would be responsible for:
• Supervising Residence students and maintaining a safe and caring environment;
• Monitoring the health of students and supporting student wellness;
• Assisting with the day to day operations of the Residence Office;
• Ensuring effective communication flow with team members
Requirements
• Previous experience working with children in a residential setting;
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills;
• Diploma in Child and Youth Work, Social Work, Child Studies or related fields;
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and team environment;
Additional Information
Successful candidates must supply the National Ballet School with a Police Reference Check in accordance with the School’s Child Abuse/Sexual Abuse Prevention Policy.
Qualified applicants should send résumés along with salary expectations by July 6, 2007 to the National Ballet School, fax # 416-964-5133, or by e-mail to
jobpostings@nbs-enb.ca . Please mention the job title in the subject line.
NBS thanks all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
Organization Description
Since its founding in 1959, Canada's National Ballet School (NBS) has garnered the highest international acclaim for excellence in the training of dance professionals. NBS graduates dance in major companies around the world, and include some of the world's finest choreographers and artistic directors. In addition to its core progessional ballet program which includes residence and academic education for students in Grades 6 through 12, and intensive dance training for post-secondary students, NBS has an esteemed teacher training program and part-time classes for both young dancers and adults. NBS has just moved in to a state-of-the-art dance training and academic facility in the heart of downtown Toronto and is now focused on building its public profile with key stakeholders, including media.
CHOREOGRAPHER NEEDED
A well established pre-professional ballet school and performing company located in Ottawa, Ontario has an immediate opening for a choreographer. Two theatre performances per season. Candidates must have a background in classical ballet, enjoy working with children and teens and posses strong choreography skills. Salary commensurate with experience. Please direct inquiries and resumes to the Director of Dance at LPB.dance@hotmail.com.
GREAT CANADIAN THEATRE COMPANY
JOB POSTING
ASSISTANT TO THE PRODUCTION MANAGER
The Great Canadian Theatre Company in its new home is a two-theatre space with a 262 seat Mainstage and a 90 seat Studio.
The position will begin in August 2007.
Applications will be accepted until July 20th, 2007.
The Assistant to the Production Manager will work under the direction of the Production Manager.
The APM will assist with day-to-day operations of the Production Department attending rehearsals and meetings as required. The APM will coordinate the production aspects of the Annual Lawyer Play Fundraiser.
The successful candidate will be a graduate of a recognized theatre-training program with at least one year of professional experience. Must be familiar with Microsoft Word and Excel. Must posses a valid driver’s license. Experience with CAD is an asset.
Salary based on qualifications & experience.
Please do not call the Production Manager. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to:
Rachel Fancy
Production Manager
Irving Greenberg Theatre Centre
Great Canadian Theatre Company
Suite #300 – 1227 Wellington St. West
Ottawa, Ontario
K1Y 0G7
e-mail: community@gctc.ca
(please include subject heading: APM Job Posting)
Ballet Jorgen Canada seeks Lighting Director
Application Deadline: Tuesday July 31, 2007
Website: http://www.balletjorgen.ca
Position: Lighting Director
Term: Contract
Location: Toronto, ON
Start Date: Sep 10, 2007
Job Description
Ballet Jorgen Canada is looking for a Lighting Director for its 2007 - 2008 Season. The Lighting Director is responsible for the preparation of lighting designs and paperwork, the direction of the hang, focus and cueing of all theatrical shows. Ballet Jorgen Canada tours extensively across the country.
Requirements
Programming and set up of BJC's Horizon lighting control system to each venues lighting system. Interpret each venue's lighting plot to execute lighting designs. Co-ordinate with the Head of Lighting/T
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